Huntington Ingalls Industries - Newport News, VA

posted about 2 months ago

Full-time
Newport News, VA
10,001+ employees
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The position involves operating blast equipment for surface preparation at Newport News Shipbuilding, focusing on creating a profile on steel structures to ensure proper coating adherence. Candidates will be trained in the safe operation of blasting equipment and must be able to perform tasks in various challenging environments, including confined spaces and at heights.

Responsibilities

  • Operate blast equipment to prepare surfaces for coating treatment.
  • Learn and perform safe blasting operations in tanks and voids.
  • Work at heights using staging, scaffolding, and lifting equipment.
  • Maintain and care for blasting equipment provided by the company.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of hands-on blasting work experience.
  • Willingness to undergo a background investigation and drug screen.
  • Ability to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb daily.
  • Capability to lift at least 40 pounds.
  • Ability to perform overhead work.
  • Willingness to work overtime as needed.
  • Must be clean-shaven to wear a respirator.
  • Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
  • Ability to work at extreme heights and in confined spaces.
  • Flexibility to work any shift.

Nice-to-haves

  • AAMP/NACE certifications.
  • High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Weekly paychecks
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Medical benefits including an on-site health center
  • 401K company match
  • Employee discounts
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
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